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[CrunchinJelly]

Oh God it looks like it still uses Vita memory cards.

 

[The_Inquisitor]

Some places and people are reporting you still need a Vita to be able to use it? I don't really see the point if this is just an expensive pass-through box they are selling instead of a cable + system update.

Debunked. RPGgamer twitter account was wrong.

 

[Zok310]

How are they going to account for the lack of a touch screen on the dual shock?

Maybe you can use the Vita as a controller as well???

 

[Despera]

Megaton.

Definitely getting one of these once everything's clear about what I'd be missing without the touch controls.

 

[$h@d0w]

dfuq is the point of vita portable exclusives, when you can get a device that is half the price to play the same games.

So you can play them away from your TV?

 

[chaosblade]

Who is reporting it? It has a memory card and game slot for Vita games...that would make no sense.

For 100 dollars you can play any ps1/psp/psv digital game you own. If you own a ps4 you'll be able to plug this into another tv and use your ps4 remotely.

Seen several mentions on Twitter and Joystiq says it "connects with your Vita." Maybe it's wrong, I certainly hope so because it makes no sense at all.

 

[plainr_]

I DON'T UNDERSTAND WHAT THIS IS AND WHAT IT DOES

PS4 extender + Vita games console

 

[-Winnie-]

Wtf, if it doesn't come with a controller, how do you operate it?

 

[Soriku]

https://twitter.com/kobunheat/status/376980522318061568

"Press release says that not all PS Vita titles will be playable on PS Vita TV, because it doesn't have a touch screen etc."

Tweet got deleted. Edit: Nvm

 

[Hung_real]

dfuq is the point of vita portable exclusives, when you can get a device that is half the price to play the same games.

Its clear that Vita isn't doing very hot

This cheap device will (hopefully) boost the sales of software and in turn developers will create more titles for PSVita + Vita Tivi

Also it can streams PS4 games !!!

 

[Exterminieren]

Genius. And I love that Sony was working on this while Nintendo made the 2DS.

2DS will make more money for Nintendo than VitaTV will for Sony.

 

[MrTroubleMaker]

Cool!

 

[web01]

No reason why devs cant patch games to make touch features optional / re assignable.
Would be surprised if 1st party games were not patched.

 

[RussellXV]

This is awesome! Can't wait to play P4G on my TV.

 

[ZeroFate]

WTF?! I didn't even KNOW I wanted this. ALL OF MY MONEY SORNY.

 

[kittens]

I think it's more of an "early adopters" bundle, since it's coming before the ps4 in japan, it'll be playable with a DS4 as well, I'm sure!

Yeah, I'm sure the DS4 will be compatible, but I'm still bummed it's not being bundled with it. They can spare a few DS4s before the PS4 launch, right? ;-)

 

[BurnOutBrighter]

Some places and people are reporting you still need a Vita to be able to use it? I don't really see the point if this is just an expensive pass-through box they are selling instead of a cable + system update.

No, it's a standalone console. You can buy the bundle with the Vita TV and a controller and you'll be able to play digital and physical Vita games, as well as use all those entertainment apps like Netflix.

And for $100. Great deal even if you aren't a gamer.

 

[ChristianSpicer]

I'm pretty sure I want one, I just don't know why I want one.

 

[Chanser]

 

[drivingpro]

Who else is predicting a Sony BraVITA TV?

 

[rain elbows]

Day 1, this should move a ton of software. Very smart move.

 

[Frumix]

So uh... Uncharted GA, Tearaway, Murasaki Baby and so on so forth are a no-go. Guess I still gotta mod my Vita for capture then.

 

[BrokenEchelon]

The fact that I can take this over to a friend's house, plug it into their TV and play my PS4 there, is pretty boss.

I'm pretty sure this streaming is limited to a Wi-Fi network, not via the internet.

Someone correct me if I'm wrong.

 

[AngryMoth]

That really is an amazing price for access to (most of?) the vita library.

I don't understand the remote play thing, is it just so you don't have to move your ps4 from room to room?

I'm sure it's a cost thing but it's a shame they couldn't use a dualshock 4 for it instead as the touchpad would help with compatibility. edit: oh it doesn't come with a controller? ok

 

[mrklaw]

They just eliminated the need for a ton of people to own the Vita...

assuming they make similar profit from this, they won't care - if it grows the addressable market for vita devs it is good news.

This is a great idea for PS4 remoteplay around the house. If the quality is good enough, it is something I'd buy almost immediately just for that - let me play on a TV in the bedroom rather than on my Vita.

I hope this means they'll make a bigger push for apps though - it could be a really nice little media box if they open it up. (will be a nice netflix alternative to my ipad too)



Question: how does the vita handle PSN account sharing? One option for this would be to use my PS+ account and access to vita games, but would my kids be able to play at the same time I'm on my Vita? eg for local or online multiplayer it would be a cheap way to get a pseudo second vita in the house.

 

[Trent Strong]

How can it be that small?

 

[Yuripaw]

Holy crap! I am so getting this! Fuck, I think I'd rather have this over a PS4 this holiday, lol

 

[Noi]

Seen several mentions on Twitter and Joystiq says it "connects with your Vita." Maybe it's wrong, I certainly hope so because it makes no sense at all.

RPGsite is saying that you don't need a Vita to use it.

 

[Cartman86]

NM I get it.

 

[Marty Chinn]

Wtf, if it doesn't come with a controller, how do you operate it?

Use a dual shock 3 you already own or a dual shock 4 if you're buying a PS4? Why would I want extra controllers when I have plenty.

 

[The_Inquisitor]

Seen several mentions on Twitter and Joystiq says it "connects with your Vita." Maybe it's wrong, I certainly hope so because it makes no sense at all.

They are wrong. It's independent.

 

[Foffy]

So how does this work? Do you connect your Vita to the device for TV-out, or is it already designed to replace Vita? If the latter, how in the world do touch games work?

 

[scarlet]

I'm pretty sure I want one, I just don't know why I want one.

This

Maybe the good price?

 

[Chuck]

Ask away. What do you need to know?

90% of sony made vita games use the touchpad, how will that work with this setup?
is the system itself a vita requiring a vita mem card and game cartridge?
can the vita be used as a controller?
can the DS4 be used as a controller?

 

[Nibel]

Brilliant move

 

[wanders]

can't wait to play sub-qHD games at 1080p...

So like current gen then

 

[Zoggy]

wait so i don't need to get a vita now to play all these vita games i got on psplus?

and kz:mercenary?


i'm down

 

[kubricks]

I still don't understand... what is this thing?
Is it a standalone device that is essentially a PSV, but instead it's like a console where you plug in the TV and play (with a DS3/4 controller)?

Anyhow, if this will widen the audience and encourage developers to make good games on the Vita then it would be great news!

 

[chadskin]

Yosp just tweeted: "today's announcement is for Japan only" in reply to if the release date was worldwide.

 

[madmackem]

But the touchscreen for the Vita games and the touchpad for the PS4 games man! I'm confused. Maybe the Us/Europe versions will have DS4s.

Map them to the l2 r2 hold them down and use the stick to make it a touch button. Alot of games either dont use the touch screen or you can use a button instead already so mapping the touch screen shouldnt be much issue.

 

[Dragon]

2DS will make more money for Nintendo than VitaTV will for Sony.

2DS costs more and has less advanced technology than something called Vita TV. If that's not damning I don't know what is.

 

[Gustav]

I must admit, I don't understand. Who is this for? What does it do? Why?

Edit:

Yosp just tweeted: "today's announcement is for Japan only"

Ah, okay. So maybe this thing makes more sense for Japan.

 

[J-Man]

Why create a system that will compete with the PS3 and PS4? Seems like a mistake to me. Too many systems in the marketplace. Just get the PS3 price down (especially now that it's flash memory).

And if they were going to do it, at least do it right: don't make people buy overpriced VITA memory cards.

 

[Baby Milo]

Plus the ability to remote play my PS4 to other tv screens? Fuck yes, give me 4 Sony.

wuuuuuut?

 

[gundamkyoukai]

Will be getting one of these , got some Vita games i want to play on the TV .

 

[Hanmik]

so Japan only at the moment...

 

[Darko]

This is my question too, how do touch based games translate over? Will they provide alternate controls or just be unplayable?

some parts of uncharted will be unplayable on this (that use the camera)

 

[Luigiv]

I may get this.

so Japan only at the moment...

Wait what?

 

[Twin Tails]

Replay Persona 4 Golden on a TV? SOLD

 

[Bel_Air_Jeff]

2DS will make more money for Nintendo than VitaTV will for Sony.

pokemon will rule the world.

i don't think vita has a chance this holiday season, there are still not too many games.